Data Scientist

Westwood Talents is hiring independent Data Science Experts for hourly, remote contract work on data-driven research and development initiatives. You’ll support model improvement, performance evaluation, and applied experimentation through rigorous analysis and tooling. Key Responsibilities • Analyze large datasets to extract insights that inform model design and refinement • Develop and apply statistical models, machine learning methods, and evaluation frameworks • Conduct performance assessments and data-quality reviews on model outputs • Build reusable tools for data processing, visualization, and reporting • Partner with research teams to test hypotheses and scale experimental workflows Ideal Qualifications • 3+ years in data science, machine learning, or a related analytical field • Strong Python skills and experience with common libraries (pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn) • Familiarity with large-scale data environments and version-controlled workflows • Solid grounding in statistics, experimental design, and model validation • Clear written communication and comfort collaborating across technical teams Opportunity Details • Expected commitment: 10+ hours/week • Fully remote, flexible schedule, deliverables-driven work Engagement: Independent contractor • Remote • Flexible schedule